Top 25 Christian-Based Movies to Watch (5 Bonus)

Looking for inspiration and entertainment? These Christian films promise to deliver—some with adventure, suspense and special effects; others in lessons of love, hope and the beauty of forgiveness. Christian film companies have produced 100’s of films, but here are a handful of Christian-based movies that stand apart. Read our review of 25 Christian-Based Movies to Watch:

Top 25 Christian-Based Movies to Watch

The story begins as the uneventful lives of clock makers are exchanged with the call to adventure, danger, and a testing of faith that would reveal loyalty and tighten resolve. Risking all to hide Jews during the terror of Nazi Germany, the ten Boom family ended up in a concentration camp where all the members would die except Corrie ten Boom. Be strengthened by this extraordinary story of courage and the journey to forgiveness.

The script for this film is based on a series of books by Janette Oke and originally aired on the Hallmark Channel in 2003. It is the story about a widow and widower who were forced together in order to survive. Through the ordeal their relationship blossoms into a deep love and affection for one another.

This film covers the final hours of Jesus’ life, ending with his resurrection. There are times the movie flashes back to times of Jesus’ childhood, teaching scenes, and the Last Supper. Director Mel Gibson says, “This is a movie about love, hope, faith and forgiveness, He died for all mankind, suffered for all of us. It’s time to get back to that basic message.”

The film is based on actual events, and chronicles the experiences of five missionaries martyred by the spears of Eastern Ecuadorian tribesmen. The son of one of the men speared down, Nate Saint, tells the story that continues through to his own forgiveness and reconciliation and his friendship one of the tribesmen who took part in the massacre. The two of them form a friendship and bond that continues to this day.

Michael W. Smith plays a suburban music minister at a booming mega church. Urged by his father, he takes a ministry assignment with the pastor of Second Chance Church in the toughest part of town, surrounded by poverty, drugs, and crime. The two pastors have totally different personalities and backgrounds, and conflict ensues. As they begin to work together they overcome the hard-wired prejudices that divide them.

The head coach of Shiloh Christian Academy is facing colossal challenges on and off the field. Will he be defeated by these giants or turn them into opportunities to praise and worship God and grow in the process?

This film is based on the powerful biblical story of a young Jewish woman named Esther who is brought to the forefront of history by her acts of courage, obedience and love, and how she saves an entire nation from annihilation.

A Zambian farmer of Scottish decent leaves his farm in the midst of political and racial strife, to begin a new life with his family in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. This true story written by Angus Buchan, is characterized by disappointment, struggle, and even tragedy, but through it all, God is about to do an amazing work.

Celebrate Christmas with this dramatic presentation of the true reason behind the holiday season. The film is focused on the period in Mary and Joseph’s life where they journeyed to Bethlehem for the birth of Jesus.

Driven to utter despair, a group of random people are lost in hopelessness and ready to put the final pin on their desperation by taking extreme actions. They’ve lost everything, but their lives are about to change forever.

Caleb saves complete strangers, but he is unwilling to save his own marriage. On the fiery path to divorce, Caleb’s father urges him to try what he calls the Love Dare—a 40-day challenge of showing unconditional love to his wife.

Dustin, Albert, and Mark are 12-year-old friends out for summer break. The boys meet a wise old man who takes the time with the boys to impart biblical truths of forgiveness and unconditional love and show them how to apply these principles in their lives.

Jake and Roger were childhood buddies, but everything changes once Jake becomes popular and replaces his best friend with another circle of friends. Rejection and heartache force Roger into a tail spin that ends in tragedy. Will Jake be able to overcome the devastation?

This story was written by Patrick Doherty about his 8-year-old son Tyler, who has cancer and maintains his faith by writing letters to God. The letters ultimately reach to affect a neighborhood and community to inspire hope and purpose.

Ben Walker left a future in ministry and a supportive girlfriend in exchange for a high-paying career and a trophy wife. He is visited by an angel who shows him what his life would have been like if he had followed his calling.

After Mac McDonald loses his son in an accident, his life careens out of control. It’s not until the challenges of an unlikely pairing in the police department that he takes a long hard look at things and learns about the grace of God.

A young golfer with a promising career ahead of him is about to turn pro, but has a disastrous debut. Angry, embarrassed and disappointed, he finds himself unexpectedly stranded in Utopia, Texas and meets an eccentric rancher with an unusual challenge for him.

Four law enforcement officers Adam Mitchel, Nathan Hayes, David Thompson, and Shane Fuller, take on high-pressure situations almost every day, but when they get home being a father is the one responsibility and demand that suffers. Tragedy urge the men to make changes in their lives, but will they look to the God who is the only one that can truly transform.

Josh is challenged by his atheist philosophy professor to prove God exists. Josh is belittled and abused, but continues the debate until it comes to a head. “Why do you hate God?” he questioned his teacher in the middle of debate. His teacher responds in rage, confirming he hates God because he took his mother from him when he was young. The debate turns. How can the professor hate someone who does not exist?

This film tells the story of a 3-year old boy who claims to have entered heaven during an emergency appendectomy. He tells of meeting long departed family members, angels and God—a place where “nobody is old and nobody wears glasses”.

This is a film about overcoming against tremendous odds. Travis Freeman gets sick with bacterial meningitis which results in blindness. His new life forces some big decisions and the courage to take the first steps toward his future.

During the American Revolutionary War, an assassin is forced to live a completely different life, redeeming the one he’s lost. He becomes part of an effort to overthrow the British in the American colonies.

This is the story of the love of a father for his son, and the love of a son for his father. The little boy believes if he can just have enough faith he can bring an end to World War 2 and bring his dad home. Will his faith, love and hope be enough?

From the creators of Facing the Giants, Fireproof and Courageous comes the new movie, War Room which is out in theatres now. Failing marriage, temptation, and life struggles are met with the challenge of war-room prayer.

This new film set to be released January 22, 2016, covers the events following the crucifixion of Jesus and is told from the perspective of a fictional top military official who oversees Jesus’ death on the cross.

The is the story of Mary and the many struggles she may have experienced as the mother of Jesus during a very difficult time in history.

Hopefully, a few of these films pique your interest and you are able to enjoy a family-friendly movie night, saturated with inspiration and goodwill. And please let us know other films you would include in your own list of Christian-based movies to watch.

About The Author

Kristi Winkler is a contributing writer for Sharefaith, a veteran eLearning developer, writer/editor, and business software analyst. Her writing gives a voice to the ministry experts she consults with and interviews.

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